He wrote: "I have completed treatment for alcohol addiction; something I've dealt with in the past and will continue to confront.

"I want to live life to the fullest and be the best father I can be. I want my kids to know there is no shame in getting help when you need it, and to be a source of strength for anyone out there who needs help but is afraid to take the first step.

Jennifer and Ben have been married for 12 years and are said to be working on their marriage

"I'm lucky to have the love of my family and friends, including my co-parent, Jen, who has supported me and cared for our kids as I've done the work I set out to do. This was the first of many steps being taken towards a positive recovery."

Ben was last seen in public at this year's Oscars ceremony, and presented an award with long-time collaborator and pal, Matt Damon.

It is believed he checked into the facility shortly after the appearance.

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During the interview, the star dropped the F-bomb a staggering EIGHTEEN times as he spoke about American football, seemed to slur his speech and got angry as he defended New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

The outbursts led to fans accusing him of "sweating vodka" - however there is no confirmation that he was actually drunk during the chat.

Ben had previously gone on record to discuss his previous issues with alcohol, and explained to Hollywood Reporter in 2012: "I went to rehab for being 29 and partying too much and not having a lot of boundaries and to clear my head and try to get some idea of who I wanted to be."

He added: "It was more a 'let me get myself straight,' before it became a rite of passage."

Due to his father also having an alcohol addiction, he also referred to the stint as a "pre-emptive strike" to prevent him heading down the same path.